Therapists in 96001

Hey! Therapy doesn't have to be hard! I know many people feel anxious in starting there healing journey. Let me make it easy and comfortable for you! I have a decade of experience in helping others with addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns and much more. I use science based theories to help you navigate life. Reach out to me and we will tackle it all together.

So you are considering therapy. Welcome. Have you been impacted by trauma? Are you stuck in your personal development? Do you want to be more effective as a parent? Do you desire to improve a relationship? I enjoy working with clients of all ages who recognize a need for change and are seeking support and guidance in the process. My approach is client-focused. I tend to think within a psychodynamic context, and I lean on Family Systems Theory. I utilize Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Expressive Art, Sand Tray, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and good old-fashioned Talk Therapy.

My ideal client is motivated and willing to work hard to achieve therapeutic goals. I take a practical, direct approach to problem solving using CBT. My hypoallergenic therapy dog, Dood, assists with treatment and promotes a calming environment.

I believe life and healing are journeys that we take, and like all journeys, there are mountaintops and there are valleys. Often, it is in those valleys, where we discover strength, we never knew we had. Through client-centered and emotion-focused therapy, it is my hope to enter those valleys with you, discover strengths, experience healing from past trauma and pain, grow in self-compassion, foster hope and celebrate with you on the mountaintops. Hope is a powerful and empowering strength that I believe can be fostered and grown in the midst of these healing journeys, and it would be a privilege to join with you on yours.

CURRENTLY OFFERING VIDEO SESSIONS I view psychotherapy as an opportunity to enrich your relationship with yourself and the world. Together, we'll create a safe space where you can explore and understand yourself, your strengths, and your challenges. In therapy, we'll develop effective coping skills to use now and in future situations. Life can be difficult but you don't have to figure it out all alone. I know you're struggling with something painful right now ... you've already taken the first step toward healing. .

Everyone goes through periods of sadness, loss, anger, and adjustment to new situations. You are not alone in your struggles. Don’t allow anger, and resentment that grows from adversity to impair your ability to live your true life! Life can throw some curve balls and having the skills to maneuver these unpredictable situations is paramount in the healing process. Realizing you are not alone and finding a compassionate person to assist you through your struggle are the first steps. The next step is being present in therapy, willing to engage as we learn new skills to navigate this unpredictable world together. I will stand with you.

I can't do this!! Not matter what we try we seem to end up in a fight! I don't know if I can't take this any more! I hear these statements often. We all want relationship with a felt sense of closeness and emotional responsiveness. It seems coded into your very DNA. However, there are times in relationship where you feel isolated and abandoned leaving you feeling anxious or depressed. You may find yourself saying “Where did our love go,” or “I do not know how do we get stuck in the same argument, I don't feel heard or appreciated.” Or maybe you feel like you are failing. Either way you did not realize relationship would be so hard.

If you are short on hope then I will have it for you. I will hold it until you can hold onto it yourself. Sometimes life itself can cause painful struggles. We all need someone who reminds us that healing does exist. I have had the great pleasure of working with many people who were suffering from really difficult circumstances. I have worked with all ages. I specialize in trauma and addiction treatment. Every one is unique so the therapeutic approach will be determined by you and I together. Therapy types and modalities are based on your goals for therapy. I would consider it a great honor to walk that journey with you.

Do you identify as someone who wants to have more peace, energy, passion, or purpose in life? You are a dreamer but the follow through that's another story. You want to be healthier, have a better job, be a better partner parent. You know that changing your life starts with a decision. You want something different. Something needs to change. This decision is both the most exciting and the scariest choice you have to make. But if you don't make it you will lose hope. Fear and doubt will consume you. You are so tired of trying but you cant give up because you know you were meant for more. If you desire change reach out. Call.

It’s not that you haven’t tried to feel better, because you have. Old ways of coping are leaving you feeling alone, empty, and disconnected. Something you thought you could work through alone is now bleeding into your relationships with family, friends, and work. Falling into old patterns can be frustrating and painful. You’re at a crossroads of doing the same thing and getting the same results or trying something different. Breaking trail to a new way of living is not easy, but it is worth it. Reach out today to begin your journey.

I specialize in working with boys and men who are having a difficult time in school or home. Usually grades are affected and relationships at home are not what they could be. Sometimes other emotional issues are interfering. Often communication with loved ones is strained, There are solutions and it is possible to learn new ways to be that can make things easier. I also work with persons who have been abused and are dealing with the aftermath of their experience. I also work with teenage boys who have abused others as a result of their own experiences and who want to learn how to stop their own negative behaviors.

I have experience working with individuals, couples and families. I believe that therapy is a safe place that provides the opportunity to explore yourself, relationships and the things that may bring you to therapy.

None of us are immune to life's challenges, but therapy can be a helpful tool in moving your life forward. Talking about your challenges, trauma and past experiences in a trusting environment, with a caring person, can provide healing and growth. It takes an immense amount of courage to look in the mirror and consider the areas of your life that are not going as you'd like. I'd like to meet you and use my personal, and professional experience to help you discover the beauty of who you are, and the endless potential that resides inside of you.

If you are someone who is struggling in life right now I would love to help you. Therapy is more than a job or career to me, it is my calling. I love what I do and I work hard for each of my clients to help them achieve their goals for counseling. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling. I particularly enjoy working with client's who have experienced trauma. I enjoy helping client's work through their struggles and walk with them on their pathway to healing.

HOPE!! Hope is paramount to navigating this thing called LIFE. Life is complex, unpredictable and challenging. I aim to serve as a conduit for change while empowering individuals to gain the skills necessary to lead a healthy and functioning journey in life. My open and compassionate environment will serve as the venue for a safe and cathartic experience. I believe in approaching life's struggles from a humanistic and holistic approach. Let me work alongside you and your family to successfully develop and accomplish YOUR goals in life. Let's do the work. Empathic yet empowering, Collaborative and Creative. Genuine and present.

I work with individuals, couples, and families to provide therapy. I feel privileged to be given the opportunity to walk with people through the process of healing and growth as they make discoveries about themselves, and move towards their goals.

Welcome! My name is Lisa Kelly. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my master's degree in 2014 and have since then worked with both children and adults with a wide range of mental health disorders. I primarily work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, and trauma spectrum disorders. My therapeutic approach is one of compassion, authenticity, and connection. With that foundation, I help clients through their struggles one day at a time. I strive to help people create more love and compassion for themselves and others.

Are you ready to start getting past your trauma and PTSD? Not sure where to start? I am here to help. If you struggle with sleep, dreams of being back there, are unable to get your brain to shut down and relax, and have feelings of shame, guilt, anger, and numbness, difficulty trusting.…you were not prepared for this. Images of that thing, those people, or that feeling pop into your head. They may teach you how to do your job, but not how to deal with the fallout. You can be ok when you are with others who understand, but when you have to go home you may feel like you are alone or are not good enough for your family.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I wholeheartedly believe that the healing process begins with a safe, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship. I look at life’s issues through a trauma-informed lens, meaning that I truly believe each individual is doing the best they can with what they’ve been taught or given. I work from a Person-Centered framework, meaning that I meet each person with empathy and authenticity.