Psychoanalytic Therapists in La Quinta, CA
With a background in depth psychology including psychoanalytic, attachment, and Jungian approaches, I will help you explore old patterns & create new perspectives.
Do you feel on track or struggling with juggling work, relationships, and just plain life? You know you want change but how can change happen? Maybe it is time to create a new path, your path. I will collaborate with you to understand the patterns you are repeating & help you develop new skills. Areas of focus include relationships, communication, boundaries, assertiveness, and self awareness. This is practical and grounded depth psychotherapy for both daily and longterm well being. I offer a complimentary fifteen minute phone consult so reach out!
With a background in depth psychology including psychoanalytic, attachment, and Jungian approaches, I will help you explore old patterns & create new perspectives.
Do you feel on track or struggling with juggling work, relationships, and just plain life? You know you want change but how can change happen? Maybe it is time to create a new path, your path. I will collaborate with you to understand the patterns you are repeating & help you develop new skills. Areas of focus include relationships, communication, boundaries, assertiveness, and self awareness. This is practical and grounded depth psychotherapy for both daily and longterm well being. I offer a complimentary fifteen minute phone consult so reach out!
Psychology Counseling Psychotherapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, TF-CBT, EBP
Verified Verified
La Quinta, CA 92247
I work psychodynamic, psychoanalytic EMDR in Trauma/ TF-CBT.
I assist individuals, couples & families who wish to improve their communication within their relationships, while reducing anxiety & depression reaching a more positive outlook. My concentration includes the comfort and safety of confidentiality and a setting which encourages positive solutions to life challenges. We will work.the present while addressing the past with direction. Our past is our knowledge. We have learned and earned life from the past. Self-express; say what you need to say, and mean what you say. Don't be afraid to say, yes; don't be afraid to say, no. Find your path to Emotional Freedom reaching Emotional Wisdom.
I work psychodynamic, psychoanalytic EMDR in Trauma/ TF-CBT.
I assist individuals, couples & families who wish to improve their communication within their relationships, while reducing anxiety & depression reaching a more positive outlook. My concentration includes the comfort and safety of confidentiality and a setting which encourages positive solutions to life challenges. We will work.the present while addressing the past with direction. Our past is our knowledge. We have learned and earned life from the past. Self-express; say what you need to say, and mean what you say. Don't be afraid to say, yes; don't be afraid to say, no. Find your path to Emotional Freedom reaching Emotional Wisdom.
Amy Austin
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Quinta, CA 92253
In your therapy," I WON'T JUST SIT AND NOD." I'll be an active participant in your therapy. I specialize in individual, couple, family and addiction therapy from anxiety, depression to relationship challenges. I can help with a blend of warmth, compassion, guidance utilizing workable tools in a safe therapeutic milieu. I'll support you to identify, explore, and work through those scary, but telling truths. Your truths! Not thoughts and behaviors that you've lived that keep you emotionally stuck, tied to your history, and in pain! Let's work to leave behind patterns of dis-ease, discovering an empowered, real and wonderful YOU!
In your therapy," I WON'T JUST SIT AND NOD." I'll be an active participant in your therapy. I specialize in individual, couple, family and addiction therapy from anxiety, depression to relationship challenges. I can help with a blend of warmth, compassion, guidance utilizing workable tools in a safe therapeutic milieu. I'll support you to identify, explore, and work through those scary, but telling truths. Your truths! Not thoughts and behaviors that you've lived that keep you emotionally stuck, tied to your history, and in pain! Let's work to leave behind patterns of dis-ease, discovering an empowered, real and wonderful YOU!
Terra Michelle Schmid
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Quinta, CA 92253
Waitlist for new clients
If you are ready to start healing past hurts, start taking care of You, and/or improve your relationships...I am here to help. We all need a place to shed the layers of thoughts, feelings and experiences that may be keeping us from our true self, or hindering our quality of life. Are you a parent needing guidance and support, or is your child or teen having a difficult time and you don't know where to turn? Are you looking to finally feel heard and understood...If you are struggling in any one of these areas, or are looking to feel more connected to yourself I would love to work with you. Your past does not predict your future.
If you are ready to start healing past hurts, start taking care of You, and/or improve your relationships...I am here to help. We all need a place to shed the layers of thoughts, feelings and experiences that may be keeping us from our true self, or hindering our quality of life. Are you a parent needing guidance and support, or is your child or teen having a difficult time and you don't know where to turn? Are you looking to finally feel heard and understood...If you are struggling in any one of these areas, or are looking to feel more connected to yourself I would love to work with you. Your past does not predict your future.
Are you a bright and successful individual, or a high achieving couple, who functions well in many areas of your life? Perhaps things were fine for years, but now your feelings of sadness, worry or fear are interfering with your job and your relationship. Speaking to a skilled professional, can provide you with options you may not have considered. In a safe and comfortable space, I will help you find healing and growth by directly addressing the emotional concerns that are holding you back. With my straightforward guidance and warm support, you will learn what to do to help yourself when you feel angry, jealous, sad or frustrated.
Are you a bright and successful individual, or a high achieving couple, who functions well in many areas of your life? Perhaps things were fine for years, but now your feelings of sadness, worry or fear are interfering with your job and your relationship. Speaking to a skilled professional, can provide you with options you may not have considered. In a safe and comfortable space, I will help you find healing and growth by directly addressing the emotional concerns that are holding you back. With my straightforward guidance and warm support, you will learn what to do to help yourself when you feel angry, jealous, sad or frustrated.
My style is warm and empathetic, but also direct and honest. I strive to create an atmosphere where my clients feel comfortable enough to share their thoughts, feelings and experiences without feeling judged or ashamed. I value building a strong therapeutic alliance with each of my clients so that we can work together to reach the most beneficial outcomes.
My style is warm and empathetic, but also direct and honest. I strive to create an atmosphere where my clients feel comfortable enough to share their thoughts, feelings and experiences without feeling judged or ashamed. I value building a strong therapeutic alliance with each of my clients so that we can work together to reach the most beneficial outcomes.
My professional voyage has traversed healthcare, the realm of workers' compensation, and the corridors of education, all of which have endowed me with a rich tapestry of skills. I’m Kathryn Calcaterra, PhD, a clinical psychologist specializing in the art of healing. I focus on patients who grapple with the weight of chronic pain, dance with the shadows of anxiety and depression, and bear the scars of trauma. I typically treat adults and elders (65+), often who have a physical injury followed by an emotional sequela of chronic pain. I also treat patients struggling with anxiety and depression.
My professional voyage has traversed healthcare, the realm of workers' compensation, and the corridors of education, all of which have endowed me with a rich tapestry of skills. I’m Kathryn Calcaterra, PhD, a clinical psychologist specializing in the art of healing. I focus on patients who grapple with the weight of chronic pain, dance with the shadows of anxiety and depression, and bear the scars of trauma. I typically treat adults and elders (65+), often who have a physical injury followed by an emotional sequela of chronic pain. I also treat patients struggling with anxiety and depression.
Terri Shearer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Quinta, CA 92253 (Online Only)
You don’t have to go it alone. I am here to help you find your way back to living the life you want. It can happen. I'm here every step of the way. Because sometimes, things don’t turn out the way we planned. We didn’t know we would end up getting divorced, or blending families, or being a single parent, but here we are. We didn’t know we would adopt instead of birthing our own child, or be raising our grandchildren, or the difficulties we would face raising children in an LGBTQ home. But, here we are. These challenges can cause tremendous anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, confusion, sadness, and suffering. I understand.
You don’t have to go it alone. I am here to help you find your way back to living the life you want. It can happen. I'm here every step of the way. Because sometimes, things don’t turn out the way we planned. We didn’t know we would end up getting divorced, or blending families, or being a single parent, but here we are. We didn’t know we would adopt instead of birthing our own child, or be raising our grandchildren, or the difficulties we would face raising children in an LGBTQ home. But, here we are. These challenges can cause tremendous anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, confusion, sadness, and suffering. I understand.
Feeling overwhelmed by special needs or life transitions? I’m here to help. I support individuals and families navigating challenges, offering tools to strengthen relationships and manage emotions. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or seeking personal growth, providing solutions with clients of all ages, offering personalized strategies to manage emotions, improve communication, and achieve your goals. Whether you're seeking support for your child, yourself, or your family, I meet you where you are. Together, we'll develop practical skills to overcome obstacles, boost confidence, and reach your potential.
Feeling overwhelmed by special needs or life transitions? I’m here to help. I support individuals and families navigating challenges, offering tools to strengthen relationships and manage emotions. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or seeking personal growth, providing solutions with clients of all ages, offering personalized strategies to manage emotions, improve communication, and achieve your goals. Whether you're seeking support for your child, yourself, or your family, I meet you where you are. Together, we'll develop practical skills to overcome obstacles, boost confidence, and reach your potential.
Ari Regar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Quinta, CA 92253
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in one on one therapy, as well as couples therapy, and family therapy where I utilize my background in clinical psychology to provide coping skills for individuals who are experiencing emotional distress. I'm grateful for having earned the respect of my professional colleagues, where I have been enlisted as a consultant to doctors in need of professional guidance. I know the vital impact of "great therapy," and I will work with you in a genuine way, illuminating profound insights which lead to lasting life changes and personal growth.
I specialize in one on one therapy, as well as couples therapy, and family therapy where I utilize my background in clinical psychology to provide coping skills for individuals who are experiencing emotional distress. I'm grateful for having earned the respect of my professional colleagues, where I have been enlisted as a consultant to doctors in need of professional guidance. I know the vital impact of "great therapy," and I will work with you in a genuine way, illuminating profound insights which lead to lasting life changes and personal growth.
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Basically, my approach is to get to the issue and prescribe a solution. I don't want to go to my car mechanic and have him ask me, "What do you think is wrong with your car...how would you fix it." If I knew what was wrong and how to fix it, I wouldn't have to pay a mechanic, I'd be fixing it my self. When I go therapy I ask my therapist to tell me what they see and give me some tools. After all, the goal is to get you through and out of therapy. ASSESSMENTS AND EVALUATIONS
Basically, my approach is to get to the issue and prescribe a solution. I don't want to go to my car mechanic and have him ask me, "What do you think is wrong with your car...how would you fix it." If I knew what was wrong and how to fix it, I wouldn't have to pay a mechanic, I'd be fixing it my self. When I go therapy I ask my therapist to tell me what they see and give me some tools. After all, the goal is to get you through and out of therapy. ASSESSMENTS AND EVALUATIONS
I go to the core of your issue in the first session. I am actively involved asking questions, hearing not only what you say but what you are really saying. A client who wants to work, grow, and change unwanted behavior is perfect for my approach. I work well with both men and women treating past hurts, narcissism, sexual addictions, and more.
I go to the core of your issue in the first session. I am actively involved asking questions, hearing not only what you say but what you are really saying. A client who wants to work, grow, and change unwanted behavior is perfect for my approach. I work well with both men and women treating past hurts, narcissism, sexual addictions, and more.
Lynette Alarcon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Lynette Alarcon I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Southern California. I have been in the field for 7 years treating Individuals with depression, anxiety, interpersonal issues, trauma, and addiction.
Hi! I'm Lynette Alarcon I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Southern California. I have been in the field for 7 years treating Individuals with depression, anxiety, interpersonal issues, trauma, and addiction.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist located in the Ocean Beach and Palm Desert area. I provide individual and couples therapy as well as empowerment support groups. My approach is non-judgmental and compassionate. I believe we can all use support at various times throughout our lives. Change can be difficult. Even positive changes can bring about uncertainties. My focus is on the whole person: mind, body and spirit.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist located in the Ocean Beach and Palm Desert area. I provide individual and couples therapy as well as empowerment support groups. My approach is non-judgmental and compassionate. I believe we can all use support at various times throughout our lives. Change can be difficult. Even positive changes can bring about uncertainties. My focus is on the whole person: mind, body and spirit.
Mary Carrillo
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indio, CA 92201 (Online Only)
I have always desired to understand feelings, behavior and the human mind; always been driven toward solving the questions that start with why. I believe in empowering an individual by providing proper tools and education so they are able to navigate their “Why.” It is a privilege to be able to take the time with someone to answer how they can move forward from their situation and how they can deal with day to day stressors life can have or working through conflict that the individual is facing. I believe in working in a collaborative effort to be able to reach the most successful treatment possible.
I have always desired to understand feelings, behavior and the human mind; always been driven toward solving the questions that start with why. I believe in empowering an individual by providing proper tools and education so they are able to navigate their “Why.” It is a privilege to be able to take the time with someone to answer how they can move forward from their situation and how they can deal with day to day stressors life can have or working through conflict that the individual is facing. I believe in working in a collaborative effort to be able to reach the most successful treatment possible.
Alicia L Caruthers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palm Desert, CA 92260
The therapeutic process has been found to be challenging but what is harder to live with a less than a good quality of life. My commitment to assist my client’s can make that therapeutic process less intimidating. Through my dedication and the client’s willingness for change together can assist with the struggles of the client's mental health. The main ingredient is enough courage to take the first step and reach out to a professional for guidance through the healing process. There is no greater strength than addressing those things that are keeping someone from their full potential.
The therapeutic process has been found to be challenging but what is harder to live with a less than a good quality of life. My commitment to assist my client’s can make that therapeutic process less intimidating. Through my dedication and the client’s willingness for change together can assist with the struggles of the client's mental health. The main ingredient is enough courage to take the first step and reach out to a professional for guidance through the healing process. There is no greater strength than addressing those things that are keeping someone from their full potential.
I have eighteen years of clinical expertise in the field of psychology. I have been a crisis clinician much of that time helping ease the pain in the most acute psychiatric situations. This also includes being a program director in a psychiatric facility. I am a loyal and supportive advocate in your journey to living a better life. We will work together to have a more fulfilling life and accomplishing the goals and positive future that you deserve.
I have eighteen years of clinical expertise in the field of psychology. I have been a crisis clinician much of that time helping ease the pain in the most acute psychiatric situations. This also includes being a program director in a psychiatric facility. I am a loyal and supportive advocate in your journey to living a better life. We will work together to have a more fulfilling life and accomplishing the goals and positive future that you deserve.
Dr. Ray Montella provides Individual, Couples, and family Therapy; Clinical Assessments, and Psychological Evaluations for both adults and teens. If you or someone you know is suffering from addiction or a mental health condition and is seeking help, call our team today for a free confidential assessment. My goal is to get you some tools, insight and relief to help alleviate symptoms and get you back to the life you want to live.
Dr. Ray Montella provides Individual, Couples, and family Therapy; Clinical Assessments, and Psychological Evaluations for both adults and teens. If you or someone you know is suffering from addiction or a mental health condition and is seeking help, call our team today for a free confidential assessment. My goal is to get you some tools, insight and relief to help alleviate symptoms and get you back to the life you want to live.
Hello. My name is Paula Mierzejewski, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I see children, adolescents and adults up to the age of 65. My specialties are anxiety and depression. I started my practice later in life and believe my life's experiene makes me a better therapist. I used to work in a law firm and developed severe migraines and knew I needed to move onto a new career. So at 57, I started my journey in graduate school and finished when I was 60. What drives me to do this work is that I know how debilitating anxiety and depression are.
Hello. My name is Paula Mierzejewski, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I see children, adolescents and adults up to the age of 65. My specialties are anxiety and depression. I started my practice later in life and believe my life's experiene makes me a better therapist. I used to work in a law firm and developed severe migraines and knew I needed to move onto a new career. So at 57, I started my journey in graduate school and finished when I was 60. What drives me to do this work is that I know how debilitating anxiety and depression are.
Please click on the website button to request an initial appointment. You can now get the best therapy and assessment by video conferencing, with a very experienced and kind doctor. Most people see me because of stress, family issues, depression, anxiety, medical problems. My heart is in Depth Psychology: cut and paste this link for an explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJ6ZHAJ9NE8 Your treatment should be covered by your health insurance. Sessions as low as $80 if paying out of pocket. Sessions are 60 minutes. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Please click on the website button to request an initial appointment. You can now get the best therapy and assessment by video conferencing, with a very experienced and kind doctor. Most people see me because of stress, family issues, depression, anxiety, medical problems. My heart is in Depth Psychology: cut and paste this link for an explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJ6ZHAJ9NE8 Your treatment should be covered by your health insurance. Sessions as low as $80 if paying out of pocket. Sessions are 60 minutes. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
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Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.