In Person Therapists in Davis, CA

I have 13 years of experience and help with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, academic issues, body image, self-esteem, and sexual assault. I also provide gender-affirming mental health care to those who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

In my practice, I help clients with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, family stress and conflict. I provide therapy to families and couples, as well as young adults and teens. I like to work collaboratively with clients to identify issues and help bring relief from relationship conflicts, negative emotions, and life transitions.

I believe strongly in meeting clients where they are at and taking a collaborative approach to meeting the treatment goals of therapy. I know for some, it can be anxiety provoking to seek therapy, and I strive to create an environment that is warm and focused on the issues that matter to the client.

I was led into the mental health field through my own journey with therapy during college. I help with academic issues, childhood emotional neglect, grief and loss, life transitions, non-suicidal self-injury, nutrition and mental health, self-harm, and spirituality and religious identity. I believe that the healing power of therapy is found in relationships and connections with others. I use cognitive behavioral, humanistic, narrative, strengths-based, solution-focused therapies, and motivational interviewing.

With 17 years of experience, I specialize in providing psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals of all ages, from childhood to older adulthood. If you or someone you know is struggling with chronic anxiety, persistent depression, past traumas, life transitions, feelings of disconnection, substance abuse, or an unrelenting inner critic, please get in touch with me. I can help you build confidence, work through emotional pain, gain personal insight, and create a fulfilling life. Don't let these issues hold you back - take charge of your life today.

Whether therapy is your first step toward change or one of the last options you've considered, getting the support you need takes courage and strength. Finding a good fit is an important step. My approach to therapy is tailored to your needs. I'll provide a safe, non-judgmental, and honest atmosphere for expressing your concerns. I'll honor your lived experiences, values, and cultures while exploring your strengths and struggles. We'll collaborate to uncover your personal meaning, hopes for the future, and the tools that would best help you to cope with what's bothering you.

Relationships are at the heart of everything we do, which means we are constantly juggling demands that are emotional, mental, relational, sexual, social, occupational, physical and spiritual. At times these relationships come easily and are fulfilling; at other times, they may be stressful and leave us wondering how much more we can give or take. It may even seem your personal well-being and happiness are out of reach. I am a radical believer in your individual worth and right to experience joy and meaningful relationships.

I draw from various modalities depending on client needs. I find experiential techniques especially useful to identify and locate emotions that are at work in your mind and body in the here and now. We can work across the developmental and mind-body spectrum of experience, from understanding our own nervous system and stress response to what we do with our emotions. What are the feedback loops that put more pressure on us and create more stress? When we find that patterns that were adaptive at one time are not as useful any more, we can move toward change for healthier ways of being and relating.

Change is inherent in our lives and we all need spaces in which to feel supported during change and while making changes. A safe therapeutic partnership is key to collaborating on the important work of healing. Our work together will provide you a secure platform in which to look underneath your experiences and patterns with self-compassion and hopefulness.

Instead of looking at therapy as uncomfortable & difficult, consider this… we are our strongest when we have the courage to reveal & repair the most vulnerable aspects of ourselves. This is referred to as reframing, looking at a challenging situation in a new light. Let’s build some positive thinking patterns together. Laughing is also very therapeutic for the brain as it releases endorphins which increases focus, helps us integrate thoughts, & stimulates flexible thinking which are all important components of change & healing.

I am down-to-earth and genuine in our therapy sessions. I help with depression, anxiety, ADHD, academic issues, grief, loss, life transitions, self-esteem, and trauma. My integrative treatment approach uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and strength-based interventions to help patients develop self-compassion, self-efficacy, and resilience.

I believe that therapy can be a rewarding and life-changing experience. I became a therapist to help people lead happier, more productive lives. Clients need a sense of connection and trust, but also need someone who will gently challenge long-standing beliefs and patterns in a way that leads to positive change. I have been a therapist in the Davis community for 20 years, and have extensive training in Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Coherence therapy, and Long term psychodynamic psychotherapy.

My life’s work is to improve & understand human relationships, and to help others live a life of meaning and authenticity. I strive to build bridges of understanding between multiple realities and reframing perspectives. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I specialize in trauma, transitions, cross-cultural adjustment, personal or professional relationship difficulties, parenting, grief, and marital issues.

I help adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, academic issues, anger management, burnout, cultural identity, grief and loss, impulse control disorders, multicultural concerns, parenting skills, and self-harm. I bring a unique perspective, fostering an empathetic, secure environment.

Life can be difficult at times. Something I have learned over the years, through my own experiences, career paths, academics, and family/relationship struggles. We are all susceptible to the trials and tribulations of life. Whether caused by your actions, the actions of others, or some external forces. You may be experiencing a difficult period in your life. Wanting and needing support during this troubled time. I offer that support through an unbiased, open-minded, and non-judgemental partnership with you. I do mean partnership. We will be working together throughout the therapeutic process.

With a total of 36 years of experience working in the field of psychology, including 26 as a licensed psychologist, I have developed the ability to form highly empathic, therapeutic relationships with an extremely diverse range of client backgrounds and clinical problems. My main areas of focus as a Child/Adolescent/Adult psychologist include mood disorders, relationship problems, life decisions and transitions, work/school performance issues and many others. I offer a free 15 to 30 minute screening session to explore if my service would be right for you.

Over the last two and half decades my clientele has changed along with my experience, skill acquisition and personal life. I have been fortunate to have a career that reflects my own life including peek moments, many blessings, lessons, long trials and struggles. Big losses have rounded the edges of once sharp ideals and brought a humble compassion and gratitude for the souls I've met in my office. While I have a solid grasp of several powerful treatment modalities, my goal first is to be a good human to those who seek me out and to utilize my whole self and experience in moving people through their lives.

Dr. Limor Watson has more than 10 years of experience counseling diverse populations in community clinics, alternative high schools, and the California State Prison System. Dr. Watson’s theoretical approach is holistic and views mental and emotional issues as they intersect with socio-cultural factors and backgrounds.

I provide an accepting, nonjudgmental place for you to explore who you are, how you got to where you are, and to help you move forward in your life. If you are interested in learning about yourself and healing the wounds left by events in childhood and adulthood, I can help guide you on this journey.