Therapists in Bel Air, Los Angeles, CA

I am a therapist specializing in cognitive-based therapies where we take an active stance at changing the way you talk to yourself and act in your life. While we cannot erase traumas from the past or inevitable pain we may encounter today or in the future, I can equip you with tools to face these obstacles and feel confident in your ability to tackle problems as they arise.

I help adult men and women who have suffered from childhood abuse. I am trauma specialist and have been in practice for 33 years. I have a proven and specific methodology that works. If we work together we will address the issues at hand and determine a strategy to heal. I do not believe in therapy for life. Together we will walk through to the other side. Life can and will be different. I see it happen everyday!

Specialty areas: Post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety/panic, grief and loss, addiction, relationship issues including premarital counseling. Works with individuals 13 and up, couples, family therapy. Special training in DBT, motivational interviewing. Utilizes CBT, solution-focused, family systems, psychodynamic. Bilingual: Farsi.

How does "therapy" work? Psychotherapy works by helping you look at feelings, thoughts and behavior in situations which you find problematic. It helps you to learn more effective ways in dealing with those situations. Psychotherapy is a collaborative effort. You and I will identify your goals -- what you want to have happen, and agree on how you'll know when you're making progress. I will talk to you about the length of time it may take to help you see changes. Progress, and change, can happen.

Accepting new clients! It is not always easy separating our personal lives from our professional lives when the boundaries we try to maintain in order to excel in both spheres often bleed into each other. You want to bring the best of yourself to all facets of your life, but when issues such as substance abuse, depression, marital strife, family problems, & conflicts with co-workers are so prevalent, how do we cope? What do we do with our mental and emotional baggage? How do we remain balanced and calm when the world we live in demands so much of us?

I am a neuropsychologist, and I work with children and adults. I provide therapy and neuropsychological assessment. THERAPY: I help individuals struggling with anxiety, stress, behavioral difficulties, and school/work issues. ASSESSMENT: I assess individuals experiencing a variety of issues including ADHD, learning disabilities, academic difficulties, attention issues, thinking/memory problems, and those seeking accommodations for school or standardized tests (SAT, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT...).

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I guide individuals, couples, and families who are stuck or disconnected. We will explore the different parts of yourself with curiosity and compassion and bring awareness to your beliefs, needs, and relational patterns. We will collaborate together to find approaches that work for you. You will come to see that you have the capacity to handle life’s struggles. You will gain the courage to make choices and changes that empower you from a place of love and acceptance. You will have the capability to have healthy, thriving relationships.

The decision to seek therapy takes an enormous amount of courage, and marks a new stage of one’s life. I welcome you to this stage, and thank you humbly for considering me to join you on this journey. It's my goal to co-create a space that allows us to work together as equals, so that within our therapeutic relationship you feel safe to use your true voice. Through this relationship, my hope is that you’re able to make discoveries about yourself, perhaps become aware of some unhelpful patterns in your life, and embark on the healing process you deserve.

Are you feeling depressed, anxious, struggling with trauma or just stuck in your life? I want to help. The fact that you are reading this tells me that you are brave and open to working on yourself, and I commend you for taking this bold step. With me as your therapist, you will have a nurturing environment and an empathetic ear to listen to you and help you feel understood in a safe space.

Are you concerned about your child's wellbeing? As a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience, I specialize in treating children/adolescents who present with anxiety, depression, and disruptive behaviors that impact their functioning in home, school, and social settings. I enjoy working with children and their parents helping children learn how to regulate and tolerate feelings (anger, frustration, sadness, and anxiety), manage challenging/disruptive/impulsive behaviors, and acquire adaptive, positive coping skills. I assist parents in learning how to regulate their own feelings and be aware of their behaviors so they can help their child.

Are you grappling with anxiety, depression, OCD, or attention-related challenges? I’m a nationally recognized expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), the research-based treatment of choice for quickly and effectively treating depression, anxiety, and related problems. If you're in search of a personalized and collaborative therapeutic journey, I'm here to help you. My commitment as a psychologist is to understand your unique needs and collaborate with you to provide you with the most effective therapy science has to offer.

One of my favorite quotes in life is “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” I believe that every person on earth has a gift, a talent, or something unique that they can offer and use to change their lives, their community, and eventually their environment. As a clinical therapist, I assist clients in discovering and empowering themselves so that they can create the life that they always dreamed of having.

Are you and your partner having the same argument on repeat? Has the intimacy and romance been replaced with distance and frustration? Seemingly little things become explosive arguments. And trying to talk about it leads to more conflict. Worse yet, the distance and disconnection is deafening. The unresolved issues are getting worse, and you are left feeling exhausted, invalidated, and alone. Every passing day feels like one step closer to your breaking point. Your family means everything to you and you worry it's taking a toll on your kids. You want more than anything to reconnect with your partner and finally feel heard.

Hi and thanks for taking the time to research my therapist profile. I specialize in children, adolescents/young adults as well as parenting and co-parenting coaching/support , life transitions and the challenges of special needs parenting including assistance with navigating the regional center, additional therapies and the IEP process. I create a nurturing and safe environment and enjoy empowering kids/teens as well as assisting parents with being their children's advocates for life! I look forward to connecting with you soon.

My goal as a therapist is to work collaboratively to understand and address the issues that are standing in the way of you leading your most meaningful and satisfying life. I believe that healing occurs in relationships and therefore it is important that we work together to relieve the symptoms of distress that brought you to therapy while simultaneously developing and exploring our therapeutic relationship. My approach is highly tailored to the individual and integrates psychodynamic perspectives along side evidenced-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness.

Stressed, stretched, or scattered doesn’t have to be your normal. The people I work with usually have spent months thinking about doing therapy before taking action. Some hesitate thinking, “I’m just being lazy, I need to be more disciplined, more organized, and stop procrastinating. I just need to try harder.” Others think, “I’m worrying over nothing, it’s silly, I just need to ignore the worry. It’s not that hard.” But it’s not working, hasn’t worked, and it’s fueling the “just try harder loop.” You still feel stressed, stretched, or scattered. If you’ve tried trying hard and trying harder, maybe it’s time to try something else.

I'm told I'm warm, smart, and that I have a good sense of humor. I believe therapy has got to change lives -- and be enjoyable. Unlike some therapists, I believe in setting goals and tracking progress. Why go to therapy without results? What's my specialty? Helping people free themselves from what holds them back. My approach combines Positive Psychology and CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) with mindfulness and a creative mix of the best approaches known to modern psychology.

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.

Do you sometimes feel out of balance? Do you struggle to lead a happier and more fulfilling life? Are you stressed and anxious? Therapy is a place to explore internal processes, relationships and connections with oneself and others. It also helps to stimulate a heightened self-awareness. Finding the right thearpist with whom one can trust is vital. I can help you work through painful emotions. My goal is to help others better understand their needs and how the patterns of their own dance, affect their lives.