Female Therapists in Los Alamitos, CA

If you're here, you've taken the first huge step towards getting the support and care that you are seeking. Whatever is bringing you to seek therapy, you are now on your way to finding ways to cope and alleviate your stress or discomfort. We'll work together in a safe, supportive space to discover the root of your challenges and explore coping skills and techniques that will help you feel prepared to handle your current situation. My goal is to also empower you to feel independent and confident if or when difficult times come your way.

I have had the privilege of providing support to numerous families, assisting them in discovering hope, strength, and love amidst their challenges. My work involves working closely with women, men, and children, witnessing firsthand the transformative journey as clients cultivate self-confidence, resilience, and a sense of wholeness. Guiding families through the healing process from past traumas and fractures is a responsibility I deeply value. My experience extends to working extensively with military veterans, facilitating the intricate process of addressing and processing complex trauma.

As a seasoned therapist, and from my own experience, I’ve learned that we all thrive when we feel seen, heard, and supported. My goal as a therapist is to help you get the most out of life's many challenges by providing a safe, non-judgmental space where you can gain insight into yourself, enhance your relationships, and enjoy a more fulfilling life.

I have been in the mental health field for over 15 years. My many years of experience have allowed me to strengthen my clinical skills and develop my clinical expertise in helping you to achieve your unique goals. I continue to educate myself on the most up-to-date clinical research and I implement an evidence based clinical approach. Some of these models include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practice and more. I have provided clinical care to countless individuals, families and couples. In treatment, I can help you increase your self-worth, work though depression, ease anxiety and more.

Our mind, body and soul connection is an important part of our healing process. My goal is to empower you to heal and regain control over your life. I provide a collaborative approach in assisting you to rediscover your strengths in a trusting, safe and easy-going environment. I represent a model for healing, transformation, and growth.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in children, adolescents, individuals, and families. I have been licensed for 14 years. I just celebrated my 17 year wedding anniversary. I have an 11 year old and a 14 year old. Mood disorders, ADHD, addiction and autism run in our families. I went to UCLA undergrad and graduated Magna Cum Laude. I went to CIIS in San Francisco to get my Masters in Counseling Psychology. I believe in meeting people where they are at, building on their strengths and working collaboratively. I continue to work on myself, learn new skills and I look forward to working with you.

We all experience challenging times in our lives. Taking that first step in deciding to come to therapy can be difficult. Sometimes life stressors can be too much to handle alone and we need help working through them. I am passionate about creating a safe & unique experience to help you heal from pain and discover new strengths and possibilities within yourself and enable you to create more intimate and trusting relationships. Together we will create a safe & sacred space to be your true authentic self, share your deepest pain, and emerge stronger & live a more satisfying life.

With specialized training in the areas of trauma, anxiety disorders, and family systems I actively address the underlying issues and focus on developing awareness to enhance increased skill and confidence. Combining Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my approach, I focus on challenging negative thought patterns while assisting clients as they increase mindful awareness and acceptance. My approach is collaborative with the intention of illuminating my client's internal resources while uncovering the fear and anxiety that keeps them from living life with meaning.

I love working with individual children, adolescents, and adults to improve their overall happiness and well-being. I have had great success treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, OCD, and problems with grief and adjustment to other life stressors.

My focus as a therapist is to help others on their journey to self-improvement and symptom reduction. I have extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, grief/loss, life transitions, parenting, and relationship challenges. I have a strong background in trauma related issues and can incorporate EMDR into treatment. The primary framework from which I operate is based on Attachment Theory. This framework helps to analyze the way we relate and connect to others, since our primary relationships play a vital role to the way we view the world.

I have a deep appreciation for the therapeutic relationship and value the invitation I am given to be an intimate part of your growth. I work comfortably with individuals who feel hesitant to start therapy and with those who are eager to begin. In our work together, you can expect to be met with compassion, encouragement, empathy, and collaboration. I am committed to meeting you wherever you are in your healing journey and I will pace the depth of our work to your readiness. I specialize in working with people grappling with self-esteem, body image, a difficult relationship with food, and emotion regulation.

I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in individually-tailored evidence-based treatment. I have formal training in CBT and DBT, as well as specialized training in ACT. I have completed specialized training through PSI to treat perinatal mood disorders. I provide support for those struggling with infertility, pregnancy loss, and difficulties related to pregnancy and postpartum. I assist with developing a postpartum plan during pregnancy to reduce factors that contribute to postpartum anxiety, depression, and OCD.

You thought your life would be figured out by now. But life doesn’t look the way you expected it. No matter how hard you work, nothing you do ever feels good enough. Being stuck in your thoughts paralyzes you with making decisions. You don’t want to make mistakes. To the outside world, it seems like you always have it together. Yet in reality, you constantly feel unsure—as if you're doing life “wrong.” You feel trapped in your mind instead of truly living your life. Battling with your thoughts have left you overwhelmed, exhausted, and feeling alone. You know that change begins with you, but you aren't sure how or where to start.

A few years ago I read a joke: "Fish don't know they're in the water". The scenario is that Fish Number One asks Fish Number Two, "How's the water?" Fish Number Two responds, "What the hell is water?". The fish who is "in" the situation (hence the water) does not even realize its surrounding. What surrounds you is only normal because it's what you know. I got another one that I recently came across: "We don't see things as they are, we see them as we are." This, references to dream analysis but it basically mean that our preconceptions can dramatically alter the way we perceive the world. (Quote by writer Anais Nin).

As life progresses, there may be events/situations that may lead to imbalance which can be uncomfortable and distressing, as well as attribute to mental health issues. The combination may minimize or compromise our inner strengths. I aim to collaborate and support in maximizing your inner strengths to better manage, work through, and cope with life transitions and difficulties. I work towards empowering you to take control of your life through self-awareness, insight, and techniques specific to obtain your goals. My approach with each client is uniquely tailored to take into consideration of any diversity and/or culture differences.

I look forward to assisting you with navigating your way through life's obstacles. I offer you sound clinical judgment and compassion as we work together to build a healthy sense of self.

I believe that balance is the key to life. When one area of your life or family is out of balance, it impacts other areas of your life and family. Therapy can help restore the balance in your life. Therapy provides an avenue for change and personal growth.

Welcome! You are ready to take control of your life and start your journey to healing. Perhaps you are struggling with your relationships, going through a difficult life or role transition, experiencing depression/anxiety, or feeling stuck as you navigate through some of the challenges in your life. You are not alone and therapy is the first step into living the life you deserve.

I work with those who are having difficulty or trouble in relationships or in relating to a difficult person. You will find me easy to talk with as together we find solutions for your difficulties. I will encourage you as I walk beside you to systematically discover the answers that you already have within. I will not force or push but gently challenge you to become your best. This journey of counseling will have a beginning and an end. We will be a team every step of the way. I look forward to meeting with you. Let's get started. You will find the help you are seeking.