Buddhist Therapists in Yucca Valley, CA
Brock M Tuller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Yucca Valley, CA 92284
We all carry unique burdens of the mind, pains of our history, and cultural programming. It is true that we all experience suffering in one form or another as a natural part of life. It is also true that this suffering can be transformed and transcended. Through this transformation it is possible to experience a more connected relationship with the world within and around us. I am open to serve those experiencing PTSD, depression, anxiety, addiction, chronic pain, and spiritual confusion. I am also open to serving those interested in cultivating meditation and other spiritual practices, and generally enhancing quality of life.
We all carry unique burdens of the mind, pains of our history, and cultural programming. It is true that we all experience suffering in one form or another as a natural part of life. It is also true that this suffering can be transformed and transcended. Through this transformation it is possible to experience a more connected relationship with the world within and around us. I am open to serve those experiencing PTSD, depression, anxiety, addiction, chronic pain, and spiritual confusion. I am also open to serving those interested in cultivating meditation and other spiritual practices, and generally enhancing quality of life.
Online Therapists
My name is Maitri Joy and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) living in California, working with clients statewide via telehealth. Working with adults, my specialties include Mood Disorders (Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder), Trauma (PTSD), and Addictions (Drug, Alcohol, Food, Sex). As a transpersonal psychotherapist, I integrate Asian spirituality ( Buddhist, & Hindu meditation practices) with cutting-edge psychotherapy modalities to offer you a way to make progress in feeling better fast.
My name is Maitri Joy and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) living in California, working with clients statewide via telehealth. Working with adults, my specialties include Mood Disorders (Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder), Trauma (PTSD), and Addictions (Drug, Alcohol, Food, Sex). As a transpersonal psychotherapist, I integrate Asian spirituality ( Buddhist, & Hindu meditation practices) with cutting-edge psychotherapy modalities to offer you a way to make progress in feeling better fast.
I am an ordained Buddhist and an ordained minister in the Church of Spiritual Humanism, non-denominational and accepting of all faith and all manner of people who are interested in moving forward and upward.
Hello! My name is Peter Kehoe, LMFT. I was licensed in 2002 and have had an eclectic and sometimes electric life experience to date. I believe in self determination and using support teams and individuals to create positive orientation. I started my journey in this field working with alcoholic adults in a group setting in the early '80s and later moved to a long term residential setting with adolescents with drug and alcohol issues. My internship was in an upper class community with the scions of these families that had substance use and behavioral disorders. Individual and family therapy were the mediums in those cases.
I am an ordained Buddhist and an ordained minister in the Church of Spiritual Humanism, non-denominational and accepting of all faith and all manner of people who are interested in moving forward and upward.
Hello! My name is Peter Kehoe, LMFT. I was licensed in 2002 and have had an eclectic and sometimes electric life experience to date. I believe in self determination and using support teams and individuals to create positive orientation. I started my journey in this field working with alcoholic adults in a group setting in the early '80s and later moved to a long term residential setting with adolescents with drug and alcohol issues. My internship was in an upper class community with the scions of these families that had substance use and behavioral disorders. Individual and family therapy were the mediums in those cases.
Lincoln Madley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92505 (Online Only)
I interweave the skills of mindfulness and teachings of Buddhist psychology to help clients manage anxiety, stress, and depression, increase self-esteem, refine communication, set boundaries, and navigate difficult relationship and family issues.
I would describe my therapeutic approach as empathetic, compassionate, non-judgmental, embodied, and collaborative. I draw from a variety of models to meet clients where they are. I provide a humanistic, relational psychodynamic perspective that offers space to explore how past experiences shape present patterns of relating to others and the self.
I interweave the skills of mindfulness and teachings of Buddhist psychology to help clients manage anxiety, stress, and depression, increase self-esteem, refine communication, set boundaries, and navigate difficult relationship and family issues.
I would describe my therapeutic approach as empathetic, compassionate, non-judgmental, embodied, and collaborative. I draw from a variety of models to meet clients where they are. I provide a humanistic, relational psychodynamic perspective that offers space to explore how past experiences shape present patterns of relating to others and the self.
I employ somatic techniques including mindfulness/yoga, am trained in EMDR, and offer Jungian and Buddhist psychological approaches to develop a secure therapeutic relationship.
You want to get unstuck, have clarity and purpose, be at ease in the world. You're tired of frustrating dead end behaviors, and want the confidence to handle whatever life flings your way. Perhaps the grip of anxiety, the burden of depression, a major life transition or deep grief and loss draw you here today. We will collaboratively build skillful ways/healthy coping mechanisms to navigate overwhelm, stress and burnout. Enhancing psychological flexibility and identifying goals that are uniquely yours lay the groundwork for satisfying relationships and support a life lived on your own terms.
I employ somatic techniques including mindfulness/yoga, am trained in EMDR, and offer Jungian and Buddhist psychological approaches to develop a secure therapeutic relationship.
You want to get unstuck, have clarity and purpose, be at ease in the world. You're tired of frustrating dead end behaviors, and want the confidence to handle whatever life flings your way. Perhaps the grip of anxiety, the burden of depression, a major life transition or deep grief and loss draw you here today. We will collaboratively build skillful ways/healthy coping mechanisms to navigate overwhelm, stress and burnout. Enhancing psychological flexibility and identifying goals that are uniquely yours lay the groundwork for satisfying relationships and support a life lived on your own terms.
I bring over 35 years of Mindfulness experience and applied Buddhist psychology towards my work.
When we can gain control over the elements that bring us down, anxiety, depression, and doubt, a sense of hope that healing is possible can arise. My goal is to help you break free from felt limitations, recover vital parts of yourself, and engage in a life with meaning. My experience includes helping people recover from the debilitating effects of trauma, complex trauma, and PTSD; manage and recover from anxiety, depression, grief, shame, and loss.
I bring over 35 years of Mindfulness experience and applied Buddhist psychology towards my work.
When we can gain control over the elements that bring us down, anxiety, depression, and doubt, a sense of hope that healing is possible can arise. My goal is to help you break free from felt limitations, recover vital parts of yourself, and engage in a life with meaning. My experience includes helping people recover from the debilitating effects of trauma, complex trauma, and PTSD; manage and recover from anxiety, depression, grief, shame, and loss.
Chris McDuffie, MSW, CADC II is a Chemical Dependency Counselor who helps clients using Buddhist, Mindfulness and Western approaches (ACT, CBT, DBT).
Chris works only with those interested in recovery from chemical substances. Chris helps individuals and corporate leaders in addiction and crisis. He is a highly effective leader of Interventions, Corporate Wellness Seminars and support for HR Directors and Leadership Teams.
Chris McDuffie, MSW, CADC II is a Chemical Dependency Counselor who helps clients using Buddhist, Mindfulness and Western approaches (ACT, CBT, DBT).
Chris works only with those interested in recovery from chemical substances. Chris helps individuals and corporate leaders in addiction and crisis. He is a highly effective leader of Interventions, Corporate Wellness Seminars and support for HR Directors and Leadership Teams.
This is your journey, and I am here to help you meet your goals: Through objective insight, support, relationship, and understanding your point of view. My approach includes CBT, Motivational Interviewing, incremental goal setting, and an objective view of your journey. Positive psychology and being sensitive to the client's needs by working with multi-modal theories. l teach a way I developed to decrease frustration by allowing others to have different opinions without seeing it as a challenge to fight. I am warm and accepting, encouraging and confrontational when needed.
This is your journey, and I am here to help you meet your goals: Through objective insight, support, relationship, and understanding your point of view. My approach includes CBT, Motivational Interviewing, incremental goal setting, and an objective view of your journey. Positive psychology and being sensitive to the client's needs by working with multi-modal theories. l teach a way I developed to decrease frustration by allowing others to have different opinions without seeing it as a challenge to fight. I am warm and accepting, encouraging and confrontational when needed.
I support clients in their trauma recovery and post traumatic growth, in person and online. EMDR, EMDR Intensives, and supportive talk therapy are available. I use somatic and mindful approaches, and a compassionate, empowering relationship in which you will have your own space to regain clarity to find your way forward. You deserve to move past betrayal, abuse, & unhelpful emotional and relationship patterns that hold you back with professional, effective therapeutic support and expert guidance. Our work together will be positive, dynamic, and collaborative. My style is active. We will achieve healing and resolution together!
I support clients in their trauma recovery and post traumatic growth, in person and online. EMDR, EMDR Intensives, and supportive talk therapy are available. I use somatic and mindful approaches, and a compassionate, empowering relationship in which you will have your own space to regain clarity to find your way forward. You deserve to move past betrayal, abuse, & unhelpful emotional and relationship patterns that hold you back with professional, effective therapeutic support and expert guidance. Our work together will be positive, dynamic, and collaborative. My style is active. We will achieve healing and resolution together!
Even though you’re a success with your career, you still feel something’s missing. You’ve been struggling to find love, to love yourself more, and to be free from your insecurities. Lately, you've been questioning your own worth, which has stirred up anger and sadness, or worse, left you feeling numb. The walls you built to protect yourself have now become barriers, leaving you isolated and disconnected from the very people you desire most in your life. The thought of being fully seen, flaws and all, is terrifying. You know something from your past is at the root of all this, but you don't want to face it.
Even though you’re a success with your career, you still feel something’s missing. You’ve been struggling to find love, to love yourself more, and to be free from your insecurities. Lately, you've been questioning your own worth, which has stirred up anger and sadness, or worse, left you feeling numb. The walls you built to protect yourself have now become barriers, leaving you isolated and disconnected from the very people you desire most in your life. The thought of being fully seen, flaws and all, is terrifying. You know something from your past is at the root of all this, but you don't want to face it.
Adrienne Krawetz
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Adrienne Krawetz, LMFT. I have been successfully helping individuals, couples, and families for the last 19 years. I understand that these days can be very stressful and difficult to navigate alone. You are not alone! We are in this together, and I would ask, "How can I help"? I am a humanistic, client-centered therapist, knowing that you know yourself better than anyone else! I am here to guide you back to you. I use CBT, Psychodynamic, Family Systems, Brief Solution, and Play therapy methodologies. I understand we are all individuals and what works for you, may not work for another.
Hello! My name is Adrienne Krawetz, LMFT. I have been successfully helping individuals, couples, and families for the last 19 years. I understand that these days can be very stressful and difficult to navigate alone. You are not alone! We are in this together, and I would ask, "How can I help"? I am a humanistic, client-centered therapist, knowing that you know yourself better than anyone else! I am here to guide you back to you. I use CBT, Psychodynamic, Family Systems, Brief Solution, and Play therapy methodologies. I understand we are all individuals and what works for you, may not work for another.
Utilizing professional education, experience, and expertise to provide therapeutic guidance for individuals, couples, and groups. Having completed a masters degree and post-masters training, many techniques have been gathered and synthesized to meet personalized needs in the present day.
Utilizing professional education, experience, and expertise to provide therapeutic guidance for individuals, couples, and groups. Having completed a masters degree and post-masters training, many techniques have been gathered and synthesized to meet personalized needs in the present day.
Hello, my name is Kimberly Jordan, and my license number is 105037. I offer a blended approach to therapy incorporating many different methods and approaches so that I may tailor each plan to the unique individual. Some of the approaches I use are Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychoanalytic, Somatic, Gestalt, and Positive Psychology. I enjoy working with many different types of clients but my greatest experience is with individuals between the ages of 5 and 99. I am experienced and comfortable dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, LGBQ, and other forms of trauma.
Hello, my name is Kimberly Jordan, and my license number is 105037. I offer a blended approach to therapy incorporating many different methods and approaches so that I may tailor each plan to the unique individual. Some of the approaches I use are Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychoanalytic, Somatic, Gestalt, and Positive Psychology. I enjoy working with many different types of clients but my greatest experience is with individuals between the ages of 5 and 99. I am experienced and comfortable dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, LGBQ, and other forms of trauma.
Michelle Acitelli
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030 (Online Only)
I am most comfortable engaging clients who may have familiarity with overwhelming sensations about life, in general, or an inability to manage daily life, relationships, family, academic, and work experiences. I aim to establish and maintain rapport through effective working relationships, offering psychoeducation related to life transitions by setting attainable goals that build upon healthy inclusive, and supportive connections.
I am most comfortable engaging clients who may have familiarity with overwhelming sensations about life, in general, or an inability to manage daily life, relationships, family, academic, and work experiences. I aim to establish and maintain rapport through effective working relationships, offering psychoeducation related to life transitions by setting attainable goals that build upon healthy inclusive, and supportive connections.
Bridges Therapy Group of CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92603 (Online Only)
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or simply seeking personal growth, our dedicated team of over 50 experienced and compassionate mental health professionals is here to guide and support you on your path toward healing and happiness. Our practice uses a fully virtual model to offer affordable, accessible and effective mental health care for individuals across the state of California.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or simply seeking personal growth, our dedicated team of over 50 experienced and compassionate mental health professionals is here to guide and support you on your path toward healing and happiness. Our practice uses a fully virtual model to offer affordable, accessible and effective mental health care for individuals across the state of California.
At some point in our lives we become stuck. It can look like depression, anxiety, fear or sadness. Working together providing brief therapy, or deeper understanding, for continuous change and support of issues, re-focusing on feeling joyful and fulfilled with issue relief. As a licensed psychotherapist I’m trained to listen to you in an unbiased, empathetic and therapeutic way to provide direction and treatment to help you thrive.
At some point in our lives we become stuck. It can look like depression, anxiety, fear or sadness. Working together providing brief therapy, or deeper understanding, for continuous change and support of issues, re-focusing on feeling joyful and fulfilled with issue relief. As a licensed psychotherapist I’m trained to listen to you in an unbiased, empathetic and therapeutic way to provide direction and treatment to help you thrive.
Jennifer Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130 (Online Only)
My name is Jennifer Susan Jones and I care deeply about connecting with clients, building rapport, and holding the therapeutic space. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, wife, mother, nature-lover, and fitness enthusiast. I specialize in kids 9 and up, teens, women's issues, older adults, and patients navigating medical care. I work with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
My name is Jennifer Susan Jones and I care deeply about connecting with clients, building rapport, and holding the therapeutic space. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, wife, mother, nature-lover, and fitness enthusiast. I specialize in kids 9 and up, teens, women's issues, older adults, and patients navigating medical care. I work with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I focus on providing support to men seeking to gain control in their lives and are in search of their purpose. The modern man has to face obstacles in life differently than his father and grandfather. Navigating through these roadblocks alone can be extremely difficult and sometimes traumatizing. Divorce/separation, custody issues, midlife/existential crisis, depression, and anxiety are just a few of the problems that the modern man has to face. Just talking about these problems can be difficult since some men may feel alienated by today’s mainstream therapy that does little to prioritize their needs. In my office you will be heard.
I focus on providing support to men seeking to gain control in their lives and are in search of their purpose. The modern man has to face obstacles in life differently than his father and grandfather. Navigating through these roadblocks alone can be extremely difficult and sometimes traumatizing. Divorce/separation, custody issues, midlife/existential crisis, depression, and anxiety are just a few of the problems that the modern man has to face. Just talking about these problems can be difficult since some men may feel alienated by today’s mainstream therapy that does little to prioritize their needs. In my office you will be heard.
Sometimes life can feel difficult to go at it alone, and a therapist can offer support and guidance to help guide you through the maze. Marybel’s techniques include guiding clients to look inside their unconscious mind by asking reflective questions that cause one to look inside. Clients work on identifying patterns and thoughts that are getting in the way of progress, in order to make conscious change. Marybel also works to help people though difficult feelings by teaching mindfulness, relaxation and heart-centered awareness. You can heal yourself when you do the work and look inside to see your gifts and release the past.
Sometimes life can feel difficult to go at it alone, and a therapist can offer support and guidance to help guide you through the maze. Marybel’s techniques include guiding clients to look inside their unconscious mind by asking reflective questions that cause one to look inside. Clients work on identifying patterns and thoughts that are getting in the way of progress, in order to make conscious change. Marybel also works to help people though difficult feelings by teaching mindfulness, relaxation and heart-centered awareness. You can heal yourself when you do the work and look inside to see your gifts and release the past.
Welcome, I'm Theldon Fryberger, a 52-year-old LCSW with over 20 years of experience working with a wide variety of patient situations and needs. I focus on working on providing individual treatment for adults experiencing challenges with anxiety of all types, mood/depression, and relationship challenges. I am open to working with a wide variety of situations and people. I strongly consider the role of culture and am appreciative of diversity. I primarily work with adults but have experience with teens.
Welcome, I'm Theldon Fryberger, a 52-year-old LCSW with over 20 years of experience working with a wide variety of patient situations and needs. I focus on working on providing individual treatment for adults experiencing challenges with anxiety of all types, mood/depression, and relationship challenges. I am open to working with a wide variety of situations and people. I strongly consider the role of culture and am appreciative of diversity. I primarily work with adults but have experience with teens.
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Buddhist Therapists
Is buddhism beneficial for mental health?
While Buddhism itself is not a treatment for mental health conditions, its practices can greatly enhance mental well-being by introducing coping skills and ideas that promote overall wellness. Key Buddhist practices, such as mindfulness, have been shown to alleviate symptoms of various mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. Moreover, Buddhism's focus on self-compassion, non-judgment, and acceptance can benefit individuals with particularly negative or self-critical thought patterns.
What are the concepts and principles of buddhism as a therapeutic approach?
Core Buddhist principles are often used in therapy to help clients gain insight into their thoughts and emotions. Concepts such as suffering (dukkha) and impermanence (anicca) are applied to help clients recognize that common forms of suffering, like repetitive negative thought patterns, can be accepted and viewed as impermanent. The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path are additional core concepts utilized frequently in Buddhist therapy sessions. The Four Noble Truths highlight the existence of suffering as an inherent part of the human experience—an insight frequently used to move clients toward greater acceptance. The Eightfold Path, which includes right understanding, right thought, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right concentration, and right mindfulness, offers practical skills to alleviate suffering.
What is the buddhist approach and practice during a therapy session?
Therapists informed by Buddhist principles often integrate mindfulness and meditation practices into therapy sessions to help clients cultivate greater acceptance, compassion, and non-judgment toward themselves and others. Typically, Buddhist therapists guide clients through mindfulness exercises, such as breathing exercises or body scans, and encourage them to practice similar exercises outside of sessions. Additionally, many Buddhist therapists utilize elements of Positive Psychology or Compassion-Focused Therapy, which can help reduce symptoms of self-criticism and shame common among clients with various mental health conditions. In general, Buddhist therapists strive to embody the compassion and non-judgmental approach they promote, often incorporating exercises aimed at developing compassion in session, such as loving-kindness meditation (Metta).
Is mindfulness the same as buddhism in the context of therapy?
While Buddhist therapists frequently integrate mindfulness practices into therapy sessions, the terms mindfulness and Buddhism are not synonymous in the context of therapy. Therapists may use mindfulness techniques, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), without identifying as a Buddhist therapist. In contrast, those practicing within a Buddhist belief framework typically encourage mindfulness therapies, in addition to foundational Buddhist beliefs, such as the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. These therapists may also guide clients toward a deeper understanding of Buddhist philosophy, unlike those who use Buddhist mindfulness principles without the broader spiritual context.