Relationship Issues Therapists in Los Angeles County, CA

My primary focus in counseling is to provide a safe and comfortable place for you to share your concerns, fears, and goals. I work with individuals, groups, and families on a wide range of issues ranging from relationship conflicts to anxiety, depression, and addiction. I do a lot of work with people dealing with chronic illnesses, particularly type I diabetes. I also have experience working with domestic violence, gang intervention, high-risk children, and individuals with disabilities.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide individual, pre-marital/couple and family counseling. I especially enjoy working with college students and young adults. I completed my BSW at Azusa Pacific University and Masters degree in Social Work (MSW) at California State University, Long Beach emphasis Children, Youth and Families. I have been providing therapy as a licensed therapist for over 16 years. For more information please call, email or view my website at www.claremontcounselor.com. I look forward to talking with you!

Life can be very difficult and relationships can be the source of much joy, but also of much pain. Talking about your problems with a non-judgmental, understanding, caring, and well-trained professional can help with life's questions, pain, and problems. I enjoy using a collaborative approach to help people find their own meanings. I specialize in working with young adults facing life's transitions and the accompanying feelings, fears, and decisions. I will work with you to process challenges with relationships and work through feelings of fear, uncertainty, and loneliness.

Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma? Do you experience difficulties managing family and relationship issues? I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. The subconscious mind controls most of our reality and choices, so building awareness and active presence can improve the quality of daily living and assist in not only surviving but thriving through life. As an intuitive & holistic therapist, I will assist you in strengthening your inner psyche and developing new tools to manage negative feelings and thoughts.

My focus is to help individuals and families heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/family issues. As the therapeutic area of concern is introduced, we can begin to work together in developing empowerment of self as we set up together healthy and achievable goals. I aim to establish include compassion, good communication and trust. In our relationship then I will work alongside you to develop your own coping tools. My approach is a person-centered (positive type) direction to further your strengths and resilience which is tailored towards your specific goals and needs.

Do you feel unable to manage anxiety or depression? Are you having issues in your relationships at home or at work and feeling detached, undervalued, or unsatisfied? Perhaps you feel alone in this experience, or unable to find a way to connect with the people in your life to get help. Despite everything you have tried, it seems hard to find answers or lasting relief. I don't want you to suffer anymore. I can help you through intense emotions and difficult situations. Together we can find a way for you to meet life’s struggles with confidence and with a deeper understanding of yourself.

I have been a mental health practitioner for 24 years and while I generally practice within a psychodynamic framework, I strongly believe in treating the individual and appreciate the uniqueness of each client. Therefore, I employ a variety of techniques and tailor my treatment in accordance with your needs. My style is integrative, interactive, and collaborative. I treat clients dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, career dilemmas, distressing life events, loss, and a desire for growth/self-exploration. I work primarily with individual adults and couples.

I support individuals, couples, and families who feel lost and alone, helping them find peace, connection, and joy in life. Together, we'll uncover and address the old messages and beliefs holding you back, so you can understand yourself and others better. I respect and embrace the intersectional cultures each person brings to therapy and the impact this has on their life. If relationships are tough, if you've experienced trauma, if you've been harmed by religion, or if you're grappling with difficult beliefs and behaviors, I'm here to help.

Do you feel trapped by your own thoughts? Are you feeling like no matter how hard you try you can't catch a break? Are you haunted by past experiences or traumas? You are not alone. I am a Los Angeles-based psychotherapist and counselor that utilizes strength-based, solution-focused, and mindful therapy to guide you on your journey to self-improvement. Psychotherapy is one of the most important spaces that allow us to have difficult, yet important, conversations to find our purpose in life. Psychotherapy can also help you move through traumas and roadblocks to reach your full potential.

My focus is with men’s issues around masculinity, purpose, codependency, anger, self-esteem, parenting and relationships. I aim to provide a safe space for support, collaboration, and guidance on how to improve your relationship with yourself, because I believe that all of our relationships—whether it be with a partner, family, friends, work, sex, drugs, your phone, food, etc.—are a reflection of our relationship with ourselves. A deeper connection with yourself is a requirement for improving your relationship with others and building a more meaningful life.

If you are feeling overwhelmed due to life transitions, depression, anxiety, or relationship issues, therapy can be a helpful place to feel understood and supported. I create a nonjudgemental space where together we can explore your needs, hopes, and fears while tapping into your unique strengths. I specialize in working with queer adults and families and am passionate about providing support to folks during the prenatal and postpartum period.

Our ideal client at VRI is someone that may be grappling with anxiety, depression, family conflict, or navigating life transitions. Their needs include a safe space to express themselves, tools to manage their emotions, and strategies to improve their relationships. They seek understanding, resilience, and a deeper connection with themselves and others. Their goals are to overcome their current challenges, achieve personal growth, and find a sense of peace and fulfillment in their lives. They want to not only heal but also thrive, understanding that therapy is a process that requires commitment, openness, and courage.

I enjoy working with adults and couples and view the therapeutic relationship as a significant agent of change for those seking to work on long standing issues or every day difficulties. My psychotherapeutic style combines psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral interventions, depending on the needs of the individual or couple. This combination produces an empathic relationship that motivates, encourages and inspires clients to explore needed changes and helps to develop practical approaches to create those changes. I strive to create an atmosphere of acceptance and a safe place that fosters exploration, change and growth. Please call with any questions you may have.

I specialize in folks who are struggling with the impact of past relational trauma. This means you might have had a difficult relationship with a parent, struggled with friendships, or have a hard time feeling like you belong or are "good enough." This often shows up in your life today as chronic anxiety and worry, depression and low self-esteem, as well as unfulfilling relationships or a lack of direction in life. You also struggle with difficult emotions, noticing yourself getting triggered by seemingly mundane moments. Overall, you're feeling lost in life and unsure of how to get past this.

Therapy can be a transformative experience of growth and self-discovery. I believe that we have within us, the power to live the life we truly want to live. We possess inner strengths that assist us with overcoming life's obstacles, however overcoming obstacles can be challenging and takes tremendous courage and support. We are here to learn and evolve. It's not easy getting there, but once you do, you are glad you went through the process.

Feeling overwhelmed by the emotional ups and downs in your relationship? Ready to Transform Your Relationship?You're not alone. In the journey of marriage or long-term partnerships, encountering challenges is inevitable. The key to navigating these rough waters is eeking timely help and guidance. And that's where I step in to make a difference with practical solutions to help you have those difficult conversations with your partner and provide easy-to-use tools for maintaining intimacy and closeness, My program isn't just about reducing conflicts; it's about discovering what you both truly want and need in your relationship.

Damon Holzum, LCSW. I bring a fresh, passionate and compassionate approach to your concerns and engage with you as someone desiring a powerful, nurturing, and solutions focused experience. My focus is an integrative approach blending CBT, experiential, Gestalt, and narrative therapies to assist you and your significant other or family to thrive within your environment and understand your thoughts and feelings to be the best you. I engage with all genres of individuals and focus on sex-positive therapy, polyamory, alternative sexual practices and the destigmatization of all things sexual and intimate within your relationships.

Morning telehealth sessions available for California clients. I have been a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2004. I have extensive experience working with relationship issues, trauma and PTSD, depression, challenging life transitions (international move, career change, bereavement, loss of relationship, etc.) and the challenges of creative careers. Many of my clients work in the fields of film, theater, opera, music, literature and visual arts. I see California clients online and offer individual therapy and couples counseling in person to English-speaking clients in my new home of Frankfurt, Germany.

Are you experiencing life circumstances that are hurting your sense of well being and relationships? I’d like to congratulate you on taking the first step to reach out! This is a sign of strength and the first step in feeling better. My sessions provide insight, feedback, emotional support, depth, mindfulness, coping tools aimed to increase your ability to manage stress & personal difficulties, increase self awareness, feel validated & empowered, and strengthen relationships.