Humanistic Therapists in La Verne, CA
Hi there! My name is Shannon Polee and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have clinical experience providing CBT, Humanistic therapy, Motivational interviewing, and Solution-focused treatment, which allows me to honor and encourage individuality, authenticity, and self-determination. My specialties include helping adults with difficult life transitions/adjustment, stress management, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, race issues, grief and loss, and building self-esteem.
Hi there! My name is Shannon Polee and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have clinical experience providing CBT, Humanistic therapy, Motivational interviewing, and Solution-focused treatment, which allows me to honor and encourage individuality, authenticity, and self-determination. My specialties include helping adults with difficult life transitions/adjustment, stress management, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, race issues, grief and loss, and building self-esteem.
James Brown
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
I utilize techniques and strategies from DBT, psychodynamic therapy, solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and humanistic approaches.
I am James G. Brown. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), and I am also a National-Board Certified Counselor (NCC). I enjoy working with individuals who recognize that something needs to change and just aren't sure which way to go. Together, we can explore your motivation to change and learn to live life based on your values, goals, and dreams. We will take a solution-focused approach, strength-based approach to help you become more aware, more loving, and capable of self-love, and create a fuller, richer life. Clients who see me will find themselves in a safe, non-judgmental space.
I utilize techniques and strategies from DBT, psychodynamic therapy, solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and humanistic approaches.
I am James G. Brown. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), and I am also a National-Board Certified Counselor (NCC). I enjoy working with individuals who recognize that something needs to change and just aren't sure which way to go. Together, we can explore your motivation to change and learn to live life based on your values, goals, and dreams. We will take a solution-focused approach, strength-based approach to help you become more aware, more loving, and capable of self-love, and create a fuller, richer life. Clients who see me will find themselves in a safe, non-judgmental space.
Mary T. Lindsey LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize working with Individuals, Step-families, Couples, Depression/Grief/Anxiety/Anger Issues. Parenting children, being in relationship with our partner, should be enjoyable. Oppositional/Tantruming Children, Relationship Conflict, Depression, & Anxiety create pain, trauma, unhappiness & weight gain in our life. Our work together can change this! I use a respectful, humanistic approach to problem solving, relationship building, strengthening bonds and building relationship attachments. I use cognitive/behavioral interventions with relational approaches to and collaboration to set goals and identify desired results.
I specialize working with Individuals, Step-families, Couples, Depression/Grief/Anxiety/Anger Issues. Parenting children, being in relationship with our partner, should be enjoyable. Oppositional/Tantruming Children, Relationship Conflict, Depression, & Anxiety create pain, trauma, unhappiness & weight gain in our life. Our work together can change this! I use a respectful, humanistic approach to problem solving, relationship building, strengthening bonds and building relationship attachments. I use cognitive/behavioral interventions with relational approaches to and collaboration to set goals and identify desired results.
Kirsten Angeliyan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
I employ Humanistic, Client-Centered, Internal Family Systems, & Trauma Informed CBT approaches.
Kirsten specializes in working with adults to heal wounds of childhood trauma and resolve internal conflicts that may contribute to depression, mood disorders, anxiety and co-dependency. With an emphasis on inner-work, self compassion, and healing in the here-and-now, she offers provide an approach to therapy that seeks to strengthen self-esteem and worthiness. She seeks to develop a positive therapeutic alliance with her clients which can support the way safely, authentically and with reverence to the human experience.
I employ Humanistic, Client-Centered, Internal Family Systems, & Trauma Informed CBT approaches.
Kirsten specializes in working with adults to heal wounds of childhood trauma and resolve internal conflicts that may contribute to depression, mood disorders, anxiety and co-dependency. With an emphasis on inner-work, self compassion, and healing in the here-and-now, she offers provide an approach to therapy that seeks to strengthen self-esteem and worthiness. She seeks to develop a positive therapeutic alliance with her clients which can support the way safely, authentically and with reverence to the human experience.
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic theories.
I am a licensed psychologist in the state of California with over 15 years of experience. I have helped people with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, attachment issues, adjustment difficulties/life changes, trauma, cultural identity issues, and substance abuse issues.
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic theories.
I am a licensed psychologist in the state of California with over 15 years of experience. I have helped people with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, attachment issues, adjustment difficulties/life changes, trauma, cultural identity issues, and substance abuse issues.
Greg Petropoulos
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
I'm excited to have the opportunity to work with you. I look forward to meeting you and discussing your wants and needs. I believe most "problems and issues" are more managable than we know, and our lives are more incredible than we believe. How about finding out!
I'm excited to have the opportunity to work with you. I look forward to meeting you and discussing your wants and needs. I believe most "problems and issues" are more managable than we know, and our lives are more incredible than we believe. How about finding out!
Are your relationships strained? Do you feel like therapy is the next necessary step? Relationships can certainly be challenging. But, I believe we are innately wired for connection, and sometimes that wiring can get tangled along the way, resulting in resentment, anxiety, depression, and damaged relationships. Additionally, the challenges of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, experiencing feelings of inadequacy and limited emotional expression beyond anger and sadness, often lead to a disconnect from those we care about most. This becomes a source of frustration for us and our partners. We can work together to repair this.
Are your relationships strained? Do you feel like therapy is the next necessary step? Relationships can certainly be challenging. But, I believe we are innately wired for connection, and sometimes that wiring can get tangled along the way, resulting in resentment, anxiety, depression, and damaged relationships. Additionally, the challenges of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, experiencing feelings of inadequacy and limited emotional expression beyond anger and sadness, often lead to a disconnect from those we care about most. This becomes a source of frustration for us and our partners. We can work together to repair this.
My name is MaryCollette Ukattah, better known as Mary. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore yourself, your relationships, experiences, beliefs, and hopes. Everyone has a purpose, and I strive to inspire the discovery of your unique purpose. I encourage you to bring your whole self to therapy. Therapy should be a space where you can show up authentically without any fear of judgment. It should be a space where you feel heard, affirmed, and challenged. That is my approach to therapy.
My name is MaryCollette Ukattah, better known as Mary. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore yourself, your relationships, experiences, beliefs, and hopes. Everyone has a purpose, and I strive to inspire the discovery of your unique purpose. I encourage you to bring your whole self to therapy. Therapy should be a space where you can show up authentically without any fear of judgment. It should be a space where you feel heard, affirmed, and challenged. That is my approach to therapy.
Kristin Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with individuals who are seeking help to make changes in their lives to improve their overall well-being. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, life changes, and trauma. My treatment approaches are CBT, Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy, and Family systems. Through therapy I support individuals in shifting their perspective to facilitate healing, and create healthy ways to cope. My practice focuses on working with adult individuals to make healthy changes to enrich their lives and relationships. Specializing working with adults and older teens 15-18 only.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are seeking help to make changes in their lives to improve their overall well-being. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, life changes, and trauma. My treatment approaches are CBT, Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy, and Family systems. Through therapy I support individuals in shifting their perspective to facilitate healing, and create healthy ways to cope. My practice focuses on working with adult individuals to make healthy changes to enrich their lives and relationships. Specializing working with adults and older teens 15-18 only.
Hello, my name is Dona J. Clair and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My focus is working with individuals who are attempting to find inner peace and healing and who want to make positive changes in their lives. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, chronic illness (specifically autoimmune issues), grief, and life transitions. I use such modalities as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focus Therapy, Strength Based, and Mindfulness. I know how isolating and frustrating it can be when one attempts to manage illness and I want to be a support.
Hello, my name is Dona J. Clair and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My focus is working with individuals who are attempting to find inner peace and healing and who want to make positive changes in their lives. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, chronic illness (specifically autoimmune issues), grief, and life transitions. I use such modalities as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focus Therapy, Strength Based, and Mindfulness. I know how isolating and frustrating it can be when one attempts to manage illness and I want to be a support.
Aloha, Are you or your loved ones struggling with anxiety, depression, or chronic pain? Do you find yourself compulsively eating, drinking, working, or seeking relationships in order to fill the inner void? Do you and your partner sometimes get caught in a negative interaction pattern that prevents you from experiencing love and intimacy? I have years of education, training, and clinical experiences to help you process painful emotions, learn new skills, and find new ways of connecting with self, others, and the world. I am licensed in Hawaii and California to see clients from both states.
Aloha, Are you or your loved ones struggling with anxiety, depression, or chronic pain? Do you find yourself compulsively eating, drinking, working, or seeking relationships in order to fill the inner void? Do you and your partner sometimes get caught in a negative interaction pattern that prevents you from experiencing love and intimacy? I have years of education, training, and clinical experiences to help you process painful emotions, learn new skills, and find new ways of connecting with self, others, and the world. I am licensed in Hawaii and California to see clients from both states.
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Do you want to live a fuller, happier, more successful life? In my 25+ year career I've worked with a variety of clients including children ages 3-12, adolescents, and adults. I can address any mental health issue that may arise, help with coping skills, depression, anxiety, bipolar d/o, ADHD, and relational issues, to name a few. A number of modalities utilized are:.cognitive-behavior, behavior modification, play therapy and a systems approach. In conjunction with the client, a treatment plan and goals are developed, strengths are built on and "new tools are added to their toolbelts".
Do you want to live a fuller, happier, more successful life? In my 25+ year career I've worked with a variety of clients including children ages 3-12, adolescents, and adults. I can address any mental health issue that may arise, help with coping skills, depression, anxiety, bipolar d/o, ADHD, and relational issues, to name a few. A number of modalities utilized are:.cognitive-behavior, behavior modification, play therapy and a systems approach. In conjunction with the client, a treatment plan and goals are developed, strengths are built on and "new tools are added to their toolbelts".
Joanna Bendiner Horowitz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
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.
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.
I struggled immensly with anxiety and depression for many years. In my teens and twenties I was in and out of emergency rooms because of panic attacks. In 1997 I started studying mindfulness meditation with Jon Kabat-Zinn and everything changed from that point forward. Once I learned how to have better control over my thoughts and emotions, anxiety and depression became much easier to deal with. I became a therapist and mindfulness teacher to help others gain the same skills.
I struggled immensly with anxiety and depression for many years. In my teens and twenties I was in and out of emergency rooms because of panic attacks. In 1997 I started studying mindfulness meditation with Jon Kabat-Zinn and everything changed from that point forward. Once I learned how to have better control over my thoughts and emotions, anxiety and depression became much easier to deal with. I became a therapist and mindfulness teacher to help others gain the same skills.
Is your child or teen overwhelmed by trauma, depression, anxiety, or obsessive compulsiveness? I've helped dozens of clients and perhaps I can help your child or teen. Call me at 626-214-8737 anytime to explore how I can help you. I have more than 20-years of mental health experience, 15 as a licensed therapists. I work primarily with children and teens to resolve family conflicts, improve communication, and overcome depression, anxiety, and behavior issues. I have extensive experience working with children and teens to overcome the pain of trauma from PTSD, sexual abuse, and crimes either directly as a victim or witness
Is your child or teen overwhelmed by trauma, depression, anxiety, or obsessive compulsiveness? I've helped dozens of clients and perhaps I can help your child or teen. Call me at 626-214-8737 anytime to explore how I can help you. I have more than 20-years of mental health experience, 15 as a licensed therapists. I work primarily with children and teens to resolve family conflicts, improve communication, and overcome depression, anxiety, and behavior issues. I have extensive experience working with children and teens to overcome the pain of trauma from PTSD, sexual abuse, and crimes either directly as a victim or witness
Krystal C Dreisbach
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Verne, CA 91750 (Online Only)
You're not happy. You're not really sure when it all began, but slowly you find your life less fulfilling. You can't find the motivation to get anything done, you're struggling to concentrate at work, and nothing interests you anymore. It's like you're slipping into some black hole, and every day you sink just a little further. Sometimes, it's the anxiety that bothers you. You're worried all the time, and it's making it hard just to function. You feel like you just can't take this insanity anymore. And then, this thought crosses your mind, "Maybe it would be better if I just didn't exist anymore." And this thought scares you...
You're not happy. You're not really sure when it all began, but slowly you find your life less fulfilling. You can't find the motivation to get anything done, you're struggling to concentrate at work, and nothing interests you anymore. It's like you're slipping into some black hole, and every day you sink just a little further. Sometimes, it's the anxiety that bothers you. You're worried all the time, and it's making it hard just to function. You feel like you just can't take this insanity anymore. And then, this thought crosses your mind, "Maybe it would be better if I just didn't exist anymore." And this thought scares you...
Life is tough and no one teaches us how to do relationships or prepares us for the unending seasonal changes in and around us. I am a changed person myself and that's why I believe in the power of personal change. When you decide it is time to make those changes and take ownership of your future, there is hope for better things. I am also the father of four young adult children and enjoy supporting parents as they raise and launch their children. I will be honored if you allow me to accompany you on this journey.
Life is tough and no one teaches us how to do relationships or prepares us for the unending seasonal changes in and around us. I am a changed person myself and that's why I believe in the power of personal change. When you decide it is time to make those changes and take ownership of your future, there is hope for better things. I am also the father of four young adult children and enjoy supporting parents as they raise and launch their children. I will be honored if you allow me to accompany you on this journey.
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 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.
As a therapist, I understand how difficult it might be to take the first step toward healing. I have spent several years helping, assisting, and supporting others to do this very thing. My work with each client is unique; I use a blend of techniques which include client-centered, trauma focused, attachment focused, and solution-focused methods - focusing on the client's goals, as well as their strengths. My aim is to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space to explore concerns, while balancing empathy with an engaged and interactive style.
As a therapist, I understand how difficult it might be to take the first step toward healing. I have spent several years helping, assisting, and supporting others to do this very thing. My work with each client is unique; I use a blend of techniques which include client-centered, trauma focused, attachment focused, and solution-focused methods - focusing on the client's goals, as well as their strengths. My aim is to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space to explore concerns, while balancing empathy with an engaged and interactive style.
Connie Morlett Madison
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Verne, CA 91750
Waitlist for new clients
The ideal client is: Couple Partners who want something new, loving and healthy. Women healing from eating disorders and body issues. First Responders: CHP, COs, Police Officers and Detectives. Military: Active, Reservists, Veterans and their families. Professionals: Business owners, Realtors, Medical/Mental Health workers and Educators with busy, demanding careers. Parents: Moms, Dads and blended families who want peaceful, loving parent/child relationships. Singles: Men and Women longing for healthy, safe love. Creatives: Artists, Performers, Designers. I can integrate your spiritual faith to support therapeutic goals.
The ideal client is: Couple Partners who want something new, loving and healthy. Women healing from eating disorders and body issues. First Responders: CHP, COs, Police Officers and Detectives. Military: Active, Reservists, Veterans and their families. Professionals: Business owners, Realtors, Medical/Mental Health workers and Educators with busy, demanding careers. Parents: Moms, Dads and blended families who want peaceful, loving parent/child relationships. Singles: Men and Women longing for healthy, safe love. Creatives: Artists, Performers, Designers. I can integrate your spiritual faith to support therapeutic goals.
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Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.