Therapists in Palms, Los Angeles, CA

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who worked for the last decade in the Bay Area, specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, school challenges, and relationship issues. I have extensive experience in community mental health and providing therapy in educational settings.I strive to form strong connections with my clients so that I may, with the use of evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and trauma-informed counseling, support them through their healing and growth journeys.

Welcome! I’m Joni, a licensed therapist with a breadth of experience providing therapy to people going through a variety of life’s challenges. I approach our space with curiosity, kindness and a genuine belief that everyone has the capacity for change, growth and healing. My goal is to be a safe space for you to feel seen, heard, and explore ways to better get to know yourself, your emotions, and the skills you have to manage what life throws your way.

There is power in our voices, and we deserve spaces where we can learn to feel safe expressing our pain, our hopes and our truth. One of my goals is to provide a safe environment so you feel comfortable discussing difficult life challenges. Having someone to listen, support and help guide you through the struggles can give you the strength and encouragement to get you through this difficult time. I am a compassionate bilingual associate marriage and family therapist. I have experience working with teens, adults, couples, and families.

By seeking outside support, you've already taken one of the hardest steps on the healing journey. It takes courage to turn inward, face our present struggles, and open ourselves up to change. Unprocessed pain can create feelings of stuckness and negative thought patterns that worsen self-esteem. Therapy can help you understand how you got to this point, and how to identify and reframe the belief-systems and habits that are no longer serving you. These shifts create room for growth and can restore a sense of empowerment and agency over one's life.

Relationship stress, conflict, and anxiety can rob the joy of dating and being in love. The pain of not fully connecting, cheating, and arguing with a loved one can feel unstabilizing.

I have worked as a therapist in Los Angeles for over 26 years with various populations. For the past 15 years I have worked in the educational school system. Through my professional experience and training, I have a lot of expertise working with older adolescents and adults. My current focus is young adults, as this is a period in one's life that can be especially challenging given all the social, emotional and physical changes that transpire. I work to help my clients navigate these transitions to better be able to cope.

Most of us pride ourselves on our strength and ability to "get through" life challenges. Yet, there are times in all of our lives when we seem be in a 'bad space' or things just seem out of alignment. People come to counseling because they are struggling with an issue, relationship, unresolved feelings, or feeling numb and apathetic to the world. Sometimes, we need insight into our choices and behavior or the impact of family dynamics on us. Counseling is about gaining insight, overcoming challenges, reconnecting mind, body, and spirit, fostering positive connections with others, and flourishing.

My work is informed by the idea that in order to change, we must first cultivate self-acceptance. I believe that we all possess an inner strength and resilience that, with support and increased self-awareness, can empower us to live authentic, fulfilling, and meaningful lives.

I enjoy helping youth, college students, adults, and older adults learn to manage emotional stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, Trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues. Collaborating with clients on goals helps them tap into their authentic selves, helping them identify personalized self-care skills to restructure negative thinking patterns. I think it is important to meet people where they are focusing on their strengths to inspire and motivate them to meet their particular needs or goals. I help my clients find inner happiness through a positive mindset.

Your story, as a young adult or growing adult, matters. Your story is personal and holds your truth. As your Asian-American Therapist specializing in working with adults & teens, I am here to give you the voice you deserve. Your worth and happiness lies beyond fear and confusion. As a teen or an adult, your fears may cause you to feel judged, excluded, or hurt - closing you off from the world. I guide you to a place where you are seen and understood, so you can feel accepted and loved. Together, we can challenge those harmful thought patterns and help you truly feel good about yourself and your life.

Hello! I'm Julia, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) and Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC). My goal is to support you through trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression. I offer a compassionate space to explore your experiences and work towards growth and transformation. My unique holistic approach addresses your emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. As my client, you will be given the room to open up authentically and without judgment. I am here to support you, listen to you, and guide you to the best of my ability, and I will always meet you where you're at.

I work with adults and teens who are experiencing a number of different stressors, most frequently anxiety, depression, career issues, and navigating relationships. I've worked with people from all different backgrounds who are looking for ways to find their place in the world. I am passionate about helping people live their best lives and I specialize in improving self-esteem. Together, we’ll work through releasing stress, boundary setting, and maximizing your relationships (romantic, friend, family & even work).

I am glad that you are here. Getting help is not always easy but is the best thing you can do for yourself. You no longer need to do it alone. I want to help you break your unhealthy cycles that are no longer benefitting you in your daily life. My therapeutic style looks at how the past influences our present day functioning. Together we will help you become more emotionally aware and conscious of your current beliefs, so you can begin to heal your past wounds and become an improved version of yourself. It's important to me that in sessions you feel seen, heard, respected, and even encouraged to laugh.

Relationships are one of the most important components of our lives. They bring us happiness and joy but they have their fair share of challenges but sex shouldn't be one of them. When sex issues keep you from maintaining and obtaining healthy relationships than its time to seek support. I specialize in working with couples and individuals who struggle with sexual disorders, infidelity, sex/porn addiction, difficulty with sexual performance and/or arousal.

I am passionate about helping a child or teen struggling to manage emotional or behavioral disturbances. They may be struggling with depression or anxiety that comes as a result of trauma or significant loss, or that arises out of every day pressure to do well in school or extracurriculars. Growing up comes with growing pains, and therapy is no different. I want my clients (and their families) to be motivated to participate and engage in sessions, and practice learned skills in their home, school, and community. I hope my clients develop self confidence and begin to take ownership over treatment, and over their mental health.

As a therapist, I strive to cultivate a warm, supportive presence and environment for my clients to feel safe to discuss challenging topics and have hard conversations. I value building strong partnerships with clients and promote a collaborative and respectful client-therapist relationship. My hope is to be able to help clients gain insight into their struggles as well their strengths to better help clients to navigate their stressors, relationships and life transitions.

My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I use evidence-based treatments. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may hold you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

I have more than 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and children, and feel deeply appreciative of each client’s journey. My interest lies in the areas of anxiety, depression, family trauma, grief and loss, as well as issues related to aging, parenting and life transitions. I take an interactive approach which is characterized by warmth, humor, and straightforward communication. I am committed to providing a supportive and safe environment for expression.

You are exhausted as you try to manage it all with your inner critic snapping at you. I help LGBTQIA+ people feel affirmed, and people in highly demanding careers. My style is warm and inviting. Figuring life out can be draining and anxiety can rise. Improve self-esteem as we navigate the journey together! I'm gay myself, so I understand how weird this world can feel. Let's work together to bring back a sense of ease and calm. You can learn how to deal with stress, overwhelm, and feelings of unease. Website: PatrickTullyTherapy.com