Psychoanalytic Therapists in Los Alamitos, CA

Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.

Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.

Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.

Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.

Everyone processes life experiences in many different ways. I help clients uncover, explore and process self-limiting beliefs that impact well-being. I focus on building on a client's strengths and supporting them in uncovering new ways of fostering personal growth and wellness. I have 21+ yrs of experience working with adults, couples, children, adolescents and families with issues ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, chronic illness, phase of life transitions, sports performance, relationship issues, parenting, foster/adoption, high risk/severely emotionally disturbed children/adolescent's.

Counseling offers an opportunity to explore areas of life that can bring you more personal satisfaction and confidence. I can help you sort through personal difficulties as well as the parts of your life that are going well. Recognizing the strengths you already possess is an important part of the process. Your strengths are nurtured to become the tools for change, as my aim is to add clarity to your life, improve levels of functioning, and ultimately benefit you and those around you. I seek to encourage the exploration of change and an improved quality of 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.

Hi, I'm Terra. I am a psychotherapist located in Los Alamitos, CA. I have over 15 years of experience working with children, parents and families of various backgrounds. Many clients have partnered with me to address concerns about family life and all that it entails. I know that finding a therapist can be hard, and I offer a free 15 min phone consultation so that you can ask me questions and decide whether or not I would be a good fit. We will work collaboratively to address your concerns and to meet your goals. I am dedicated to creating a safe place for you and your family to heal and grow, and look forward to hearing from you.

Perhaps you are struggling with anxious or depressing feelings. You may have been hurt by others or encountered painful life circumstances that have led to being overwhelmed by the stressors of life. The process of therapy assists with finding the words for one's thoughts and feelings that may have been eluding you. Therapy is a place to know oneself and to be known by another. The process can result in an increased understanding of your actions and choices along with a place to work through emotional injuries. The result can be a higher level of personal satisfaction and an increased ability to handle life.

Welcome. Please feel free to call with any questions about the information below. I provide both short-term and long-term therapy services for Adolescents, Adults and Seniors in Los Alamitos. My primary treatment approach is integrated (utilizing both psychodynamic and CBT modalities).

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.

Everyone faces challenges that feel overwhelming at times and needs a soft place to land. Whether you are facing insurmountable stress, broken relationships, debilitating anxiety, or just can't seem to get motivated, there is hope for a new path forward. I believe that path forward exists in the context of a safe and reparative relationship in which you can explore the emotions and patterns keeping you stuck.

The time is now to make the change! I have worked with a diverse range of clients from all walks of life. Life is not easy for any of us and there are times in our lives when we need some support - a listening ear, an objective perspective, a place to just be ourselves. My goal is to help you get a sense of control and strength back in your life and to help you get to where you would like to be.

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're not sure how or where to start.

I love working with clients who feel like their hope is gone. By examining the root of your problems, we will work together to create deep and lasting change. I don't believe problems of the human heart are solved by quick fixes and simple platitudes. They often require a deeper journey that can't be done alone.

Taking the first step toward getting help is the hardest part and I understand that. I am the founder & clinical director of Daybreak Counseling Center. We are an elite & dedicated group of therapists. We focus on providing a safe and nonjudgemental environment in order to help you speak freely, share your story, ask questions, and face any issues that arise. In beginning this inquiry, today you are one step closer to finding answers and solutions. Whether you are feeling down, anxious, confused, have relationship issues, or just want to grow emotionally and learn more about yourself, therapy can help. Your mental health matters!

We all want the best for our children: to help them grow and teach them the necessary skills to succeed in life. When we communicate with open ears and conscious hearts, this allows for healthy relationships to build. Effective therapy utilized this approach of open communication in order to foster the growth and development of youth. I strive to help every child feel that they have control over their lives, and offer the necessary skills to be happy, healthy, and to make their own positive decisions.