Anxiety Therapists in La Verne, CA

Now accepting new clients! I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience providing therapy services, as well as psychological and neuropsychological testing for teens and adults. I understand the overlap between mental health disorders & the nuances of neurodivergence, and am skilled at differential diagnosis. I provide professional diagnostic assessment for ADHD and Autism for both children and adults. I also provide accommodations testing for people with learning differences. As a late-diagnosed twice-exceptional & neurodivergent woman, I work with clients by combining compassion with clinical expertise.

In working with adolescents and young adults, I often see them struggle with unconscious pattern behaviors that relate to early experience. The unspoken or unprocessed trauma or negative experience can affect people for years. My role in therapy is to support clients in raising awareness of their feelings, thoughts, and needs, which can help them make healthier decisions and achieve self-actualization.

People come to a point of change from a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. I work best with those who have recognized that what they are currently doing is not making them happy - and who have a real commitment to finding ways to alter their present situation. My counseling style is both interactive and supportive.

Life can be challenging and it doesn't always turn out exactly as planned. This can be especially disappointing when we find ourselves struggling in our important relationships. In spite of the pain, I believe these seasons of challenge can become opportunities for growth and transformation.

Specializing in addiction, codependency, and women's issues. My approach to the therapeutic process is one that stresses creating a safe, trusting, respectful relationship with my clients. I recognize that different people respond to different interventions and I am comfortable with an eclectic approach to foster change. I am naturally someone who enjoys people and engaging them in examining what they value and want for their life. Life is a series of choices. Insight is vital but lasting change happens when we do something different that is effective in building our self and a new perspective on life's possibilities.â;

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the founder of Vibrant Start with extensive clinical training and experience with children, adolescents, and families. I strive to provide solutions, increase coping skills and problem solving abilities by incorporating a treatment plan designed for each client's unique background, family and individual needs. What makes my approach different is my belief in increasing self awareness, empowering clients to make positive decisions and offering reality based, honest and effective solutions.

I often meet with people who have relationships, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are stuck in painful patterns. Knowing how to untangle the hurtful dynamic, find a deeper understanding of what caused it, and bring back a sense of control and peace is what I specialize in. I have extensive experience working with trauma and I know how to come alongside my clients to gently and quickly start the process of healing and lasting change. I would love to sit down with you and hear what your journey has been like.

Initiating counseling can be an intimidating or difficult process and it is extremely important that you feel safe and comfortable with the therapist you choose. I strive to provide a safe and collaborative environment to help you achieve your therapeutic goals and facilitate meaningful change in your life. Although I enjoy working with a variety of issues and concerns, some of my specialty areas include trauma, couples and relationships, eating disorders and body image concerns, self-harm behaviors, identity development, LGBTQI issues, and whole person care.

I work with variety of people in the midst of their life journey. focus on client-centered therapy. B taking this approach, working with each individual, couple, family, and child, a stronger connection for growth can be created. am privileged to walk along with my clients through their lives. Together we process challenges, traumas, heartaches, , life adjustments, losses, relationships, and more related to personal experiences. Therapy helps increase abilities to communicate, & process. We work to go beyond surviving, through healing, to truly thriving, striving toward a life with strong relationships, filled with joy, and hope.

Life is full of challenges, you don't need to go it alone! As an active, compassionate, therapist who utilizes a strengths based approach, I can help you get through to a better tomorrow.

We are all aware that life can be challenging, and often feels out of our control. Sometimes we are surrounded by obstacles that seem insurmountable, and at other times even the simple things overwhelm us. There are days when you know exactly what is bothering you, and other days that it feels as though you're walking through a heavy cloud and simply can't find your way through. You want things to get better, but you can't make it happen. You've tried different ways of controlling or changing your situation, or just "looking on the bright side," but perhaps more often than you would like those efforts fall short.

My name is Kristen Rawlings and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Rancho Cucamonga, California. I have a strong desire to help individuals, families, and couples live the life they want to live by coming to terms with the past, living in the present, and being excited and ready for the future. I love getting to know my clients and I especially enjoy seeing each person become the person they want to be. We all have a unique self, sometimes it is a matter of uncovering that self before we can reach our full potential.

Life is an amazing adventure that can present many challenges. Through a whole person care approach, you will be empowered, nurtured and supported as you make lifestyle changes that promote healing, health, and wellness. When you meet me, you will find that I am an open, honest, easy to talk to person. I will cultivate a safe, empathetic, nurturing, culturally sensitive therapeutic environment for you to grow through self-exploration as you gain insight, understanding, and deeper knowledge about yourself and the patterns that hinder your quality of life.

Whether you are navigating the difficulties of life, relationships or transitions, Glendora Counseling provides a safe space to feel heard and understood. By exploring stories of the past, discussing the present and identifying hopes for the future, we can work together to bring healing and develop strategies to move forward with new tools and insights to approach your relationships and life goals in purposeful, intentional ways. Whether it is by learning about your attachment style or gaining skills for dealing with the people in your life, therapy can begin to unlock new understanding.

Struggling at school or work, difficulty focusing, and having a hard time make meaningful connections with family and friends can be overwhelming for anyone-adult or child. I approach my work with empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to empower individuals to reach their full potential. Whether it's conducting assessments, providing parent consultation, or counseling and coaching clients, I am dedicated to tailoring my services to meet the unique needs of each individual and family l I work with.

Is your child or teen struggling with school, low mood, lack of motivation, depression or anxiety? I can help! Parents often ask, “How do I know if my child or family needs professional support?” The simple answer is, if your child’s behaviors or moods are interfering with their schoolwork, friendships or family functioning, it may be time to seek outside support. A chronically anxious, sad, or child with disruptive behavioral patterns can leave parents feeling tired and worried. I will work with you and your child using evidence-based treatments.

Congratulations! You did it. You took the first step to make a change and better yourself. Part of the therapeutic process and healing is acknowledging that a change needs to be made for your overall wellbeing. Now that you have made this difficult decision to find the right therapist for you, let me tell you what I can do to help you write this new chapter. I started my journey to become a therapist with humble beginnings and the idea that individuals can thrive with the help of others. With these principals, I continue to guide individuals through their journey to find emotional stability.

I really feel passionate about sitting with clients who are ready to dive in and explore their inner lives, what's fueling their behavior and/or thinking, and are ready to try some different tools to see if we can get the results they're hoping for. I really strive to help clients find relief, contentment, and always feel honored that they allow me to walk with them on their life journey.

Do you ever catch yourself wondering when you signed up for the life you have? Is life heading in directions you couldn't have imagined? Are your relationships with your parents, spouse, children, boss, friends or neighbors creating conflict and stress in your life? Who do you talk to about your daily struggle without fear of being criticized, manipulated or embarrassed? Let me help you put balance back into your life, where you can experience life as the joyful event it was meant to be, and your relationships become enriching and rewarding as they should be.